The Harmony Martial Arts & Fitness Center
“Both my children go to The Harmony Center and they both love it there!”
Best Karate Classes in Pickering, ON
15 schools listed · 5 in Pickering · 13 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Energy Martial Arts Academy
“It's been great for her and myself to connect with others who can encourage her in her journey to black belt in such a positive manner!”
Durham Taekwondo/Karate Martial Arts Inc.
“Fantastic team, perfect balance of fun while learning the skill of the sport, discipline, respect, and overall self control/care.”
Renseikan Dojo
“Patient and supportive instructors in a clean and bright environment make learning fun and enjoyable”
Greenwood Karate
“I have been apart of the Greenwood Karate Dojo for 8 years now and have enjoyed every minute.”
Pulse Martial Arts Scarborough
“The articulation and dedication not forgetting the patience these masters at pulse demonstrate towards the kids are truly amazing.”
Karate schools listed for Pickering, ON fill the 15 cards on this page. The style each one teaches, its junior classes and its grading schedule are taken from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Pickering, ON
5 of the 15 schools we list are based in Pickering; the other 10 serve Pickering from towns including Scarborough (13 km), Ajax (5 km) and Markham (15 km). The schools on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 882 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 13 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 27 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enrol.
Can I email karate schools listed for Pickering first?
An email address is published by 8 of the 15 schools here. Email suits the awkward questions: which style is taught, who takes the junior class, what a trial involves. You get an answer you can reread, rather than a hurried call while a class is running.
Master Kang's Black Belt Martial Arts Scarborough Taekwondo
“Thank you for the professional way in which you received my children, I will definitely return soon, thank you again for the teaching and patience you gave to my children”
Northern Karate School Markham
“Great place to train, friendly stuff, good environment to make friends and learn”
Northern Karate Schools
“Karate has been teaching and shaping him into a compassionate, kind human being.”
NOX Dojo
“He has a way with kids, they listen to him and love him!”
Scarborough Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts Club
“Such an amazing group of instructors, family friendly environment, a place for fun, confidence building and learning self-defense.”
Whitby Karate
“This Dojo has a very friendly atmosphere, it is a great learning enviorment for new students and those who have been training most of there life like my self.”
Rising Sun Martial Arts
“The pricing is also very good (I had called around quite a bit before I went there), but what sold me were the teachers - they are wonderful people.”
Red Panda Karate
“Sensei Joseph's experience and teaching style make for highly enjoyable, informative classes.”
TKA Martial Arts
“Great team of students and instructors achieving an impressive amount of trophies at recent martial arts tournaments.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in and near Pickering
- “The sensei are truly dedicated to the growth of their students - building confidence, courage and discipline that we can take outside of the dojo and into the world.” — from a review of The Harmony Martial Arts & Fitness Center
- “We travel from just outside the city to this dojo because of its family-oriented environment and welcoming community of members who are always willing to help.” — from a review of Scarborough Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts Club
- “Both my children love going to Whitby Karate and have made many friends.” — from a review of Whitby Karate
- “Excellent family dojo! We have both of our kids enrolled and it’s been amazing to watch their confidence surge.” — from a review of The Harmony Martial Arts & Fitness Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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